{"id":9309,"date":"2017-08-07T11:00:15","date_gmt":"2017-08-07T09:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/?p=9309"},"modified":"2018-09-18T19:01:33","modified_gmt":"2018-09-18T17:01:33","slug":"paris-center-lodgis-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/paris-center-lodgis-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"The Center of Paris, presented by Lodgis (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Does Paris have a center? The answer is not really! What’s known as ”Paris intra-muros” \u2013 everything within the main p\u00e9ripherique, which is most of arrondissements 1-20 \u2013 is considered central by most Parisians.<\/p>\n

However, if you’re new to the French capital, and keen to discover the city’s most historic neighbourhoods, then yes, perhaps there is a center to Paris. Unfortunately, this ”center” is so replete with historical sites, monuments and cultural addresses that we’ve had to split this article in two. Read on to find out about the best things to see and do in arrondissements 1-3:
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The 1st arrondissement<\/h2>\n

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The Louvre Museum entrance<\/h3>\n

Bordering the River Seine’s Right Bank is the 1st arrondissement, the oldest part of Paris that dates back to the Roman Empire. Despite being famously touristy and less residential, there’s a reason why people visit this district more than any other.<\/p>\n

Its historic landmarks include the likes of the Louvre<\/strong> (the world’s largest museum and home of Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa), the Tuileries gardens and the magnificent Palais Royal <\/strong>(the residence of Louis XIV before Versailles). The Sainte Chapelle<\/strong> church, with its beautiful stained glass windows and rich mosaics, is a unique showpiece of ”Rayonnant’ Gothic architecture.<\/p>\n

But remember not to spend all your time as a tourist in the 1st arrondissement. Why not explore the Les Halles<\/strong> neighbourhood, which includes the Rue Montorgueil<\/strong> \u2013 a charming old cobbled street where shops, bars and restaurants run a seemingly non-stop operation. So here are our top picks for discovering the 1st in all its splendour:
\nThe Louvre Museum (closed on Tuesdays, free on the first Sunday of each month)<\/p>\n

The Orangerie Museum<\/h3>\n

Contains a collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintaings, including Monet’s stunning Water Lily murals<\/p>\n

Tuileries gardens<\/h3>\n

Enjoy a walk and picnic in the beautiful.<\/p>\n

La Conciergerie<\/h3>\n

A former royal palace and prison where Marie Antoinette was incarcerated during the French Revolution<\/p>\n

Would you like to stay in this area? Discover our fabulous selection of furnished rentals in the historic 1st arrondissement<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The 2nd arrondissement<\/h2>\n

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The Passage des Panoramas<\/h3>\n

Directly behind the 1st lies the 2nd arrondissement, a small commercial district that’s known for its mysterious covered passages:<\/strong> a series of 19th-Century shopping arcades, each with its own distinct character. The Passage des Panoramas<\/strong> \u2013 famously described in \u00c9mile Zola’s Nana \u2013 is the oldest of these magical passages. If you’re keen to stay somewhere a little less touristy that’s still within easy reach of the 1st arrondissement, then the 2nd is an ideal place to rent an apartment. Here’s our list of the top things to see and do:<\/p>\n

1.) Discover the Passages Couverts (Passages des Panoramas, Galerie Vivienne, Passage Brady, and many more!)<\/p>\n

2.) Visit the glorious Place des Victoires with its impressive statue in honour of Louis XIV<\/p>\n

3.) Enjoy a drink at the neatly hidden Experimental Cocktail Club (Rue Saint-Sauveur)<\/p>\n

4.) See a film at the Grand Rex \u2013 an historic club and movie theater on the Grands Boulevards<\/p>\n

5.) Enjoy a taste of Japan at one of the exotic restaurants on the famous Rue Sainte-Anne<\/p>\n

Do you think this area could be for you? Discover our fabulous selection of furnished rentals in the lively, commercial 2nd arrondissement<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The 3rd arrondissement<\/h2>\n

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The Picasso Museum<\/h3>\n

Even smaller than its neighbour, the 2nd, the 3rd arrondissement covers the quieter part of the medieval Marais<\/strong>. It’s a more peaceful side to what is one of Paris’ most popular neighbourhoods, but still home to a number of important cultural addresses (and a collection of trendy concept stores, for the edgier among you!)<\/p>\n

If you’re keen to stay in the Marais, but want to stay off the main tourist trail, the 3rd could be the place for you. Here’s our short list of recommendations for discovering the area:
\nThe Picasso Museum (based in a recently restored h\u00f4tel particulier, the museum is dedicated to the life and works of the Spanish artist)<\/p>\n

The Mus\u00e9e Carnavalet<\/h3>\n

Go on a journey through Paris’ tumultuous history via paintings, furniture and eccentric nicknacks<\/p>\n

Check out the concept stores (shops that follow a specific theme) along the Rue de Turenne<\/p>\n

If puppets and dolls float your boat, you can see over 400 of the things at the famous Mus\u00e9e de la Poup\u00e9e!<\/p>\n

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Interested in staying in this area? Discover our fabulous selection of furnished rentals in the peaceful 3rd arrondissement<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

<\/i>Please tune in for the final installment of our Paris, presented by Lodgis series: The Center of Paris (Part 2). We hope you’ve enjoyed reading and have found our tips helpful for your stay in Paris!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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